At UP YER AIRTS it’s all about putting on events that YOU want to see. We want to hear your ideas so we can help you make them a reality. If you want an event to LOVE to see happen, we’ll support you to DO IT YOURSELF.
The DIY Fund
Up Yer Airts is buzzing to announce our latest opportunity for young people in DG.
Drum roll please…
May we present to you, the DIY Fund.
What is it?
THE DIY FUND IS OPEN
Got a Creative Idea? Let’s Make It Happen.
Are you a young person aged 15-25 in Dumfries & Galloway with a creative spark? Got an idea that’s been buzzing in your head – a song you want to write, an event you want to run, a film you want to make, a skill you’ve been dying to learn, or something totally out there?
This is your chance to make it real.
The DIY Fund is here to help you explore your creativity your way. You can apply for up to £1000 to support your idea, and you’ll have six months from June to December 2025 to plan, create, experiment and bring it to life.
There are six places available on the programme this year.
At the end of your project, you’ll send us a short report (written/video/whatever works for you) to tell us what you did, what you learned, and how it went.
How to apply:
Send an email to hello@upyerairts.com with the following info:
- Your name
- Your age
- Where you’re based in Dumfries & Galloway
- A bit about your idea
- How doing this project will help you with your longer-term goals
- Any previous experience you have (it’s fine if you’re just starting out!)
- How much money you are applying for and how you would spend it (please provide a simple budget if you can)
Deadline to apply: Monday 12th May
Shortlisted applicants will be invited to a short online chat the following week, and final decisions will be shared by the end of that week.
No formal experience needed. Just ideas, passion, and a bit of DIY spirit.
Applications are open now. Got questions? Drop us a line, we’re here to help.
What will Up Yer Airts fund?
We are really flexible with what we will fund, so if you’re unsure it’s best to ask us. Some examples of what you might want to do could be:
- Record a single with your band.
- Put on an event ( a gig, an exhibition, a fundraiser, a rave)
- Make a piece of Art
- Make a film/documentary
- Rent a piece of equipment to help you create something
- Research an idea you want to build on
- THE LIST GOES ON!
How do I apply?
To apply, please complete the application form here. https://forms.office.com/e/XiUA6SEWhw
If you have trouble with the form and want to apply in any other way, such as video or voice note please email us at hello@upyerairts.com answering the following questions:
- What is your name?
- What age are you?
- Are you based in Dumfries and Galloway, if so where?
- What is your idea?
- Which amount of money will you be applying for and how have you arrived at this decision?
- How will access to this fund help you move forward with your idea?
- Will this project help you to reach any future ambitions?
- Do you have any examples of previous work related to your idea?
When do I have to apply, and what is the timescale?
Please apply before Monday the 10th of June to be in with a chance at receiving an award. Applications will then be reviewed by a panel of young people ahead of the decision date of Monday the 17th June.